Entries by Helen Wright

CRA Committees Respond to NSF Request for Information on New Technology, Innovations, and Partnerships Directorate: Seek Additional Community Input

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In April 2023, the National Science Foundation (NSF) published a Request for Information (RFI) to inform the development of a roadmap for the recently established Technology, Innovations, and Partnerships (TIP) Directorate. This roadmap will help guide TIP’s investments in translational use-inspired research to maintain US competitiveness in scientific research. The Computing Research Association (CRA) submitted […]

Building a More Inclusive Future: Highlights from the CRA Accessible for All Report

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In a rapidly digitizing world, ensuring accessibility for all individuals is crucial.  In February 2023, the Computing Research Association (CRA) held a workshop on Accessible Technology for All. The workshop was co-hosted by CRA-Industry (CRA-I), Computing Community Consortium (CCC), and CRA-Widening Participation (CRA-WP) and led by a team of organizers from the various CRA committees […]

NSF Letter to CISE Community

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The following message is from Margaret Martonosi, the National Science Foundation’s (NSF) Assistant Director for Computer and information Science and Engineering (CISE). Last week Margaret participated as a panelist in the “AI, Society, and the Role of Computing Research” panel at CRA-Industry’s (CRA-I) Workshop on Computing Research in Industry at the ACM Federated Computing Research […]

Calling Early and Mid Career Industry Researchers for CRA-WP’s Career Mentoring Workshop!

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Computing Research Association- Widening Participation (CRA-WP) is thrilled to announce its biennial Career Mentoring Workshop (CMW) in Chicago, IL on November 3-4, 2023. The workshop presents an exceptional opportunity for early and mid-career professionals seeking growth and development in computer science research positions across three distinct tracks: education, research, and industry/lab. It offers tailored professional development opportunities […]

NSF CSGrad4US Fellowship Deadline Approaching

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Are you a passionate computing professional seeking to elevate your career to new heights? Look no further! The National Science Foundation (NSF) CSGrad4US Fellowship is your gateway to unparalleled opportunities and transformative experiences in the dynamic world of computer science research. Why should you apply? 1️⃣ Financial Support: The CSGrad4US Fellowship offers financial support, ensuring […]

Biden-⁠Harris Administration Takes New Steps to Advance Responsible Artificial Intelligence Research, Development, and Deployment

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The following was originally posted on the CCC Blog.  The Biden-Harris Administration is continuing their recent efforts to advance the research, development, and deployment of responsible AI. With the rise of AI and its increasing capabilities these initiatives are meant to protect American citizens’ rights and safety. Last week the CCC blog highlighted responsible AI […]

Call for Nominations: CRA/CCC Leadership in Science Policy Institute – Nov 16-17, 2023

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Originally posted on the CRA Bulletin. As part of its mission to develop the next generation of leaders in the computing research community, the Computing Research Association’s Computing Community Consortium (CCC) announces the sixth offering of the CRA-CCC Leadership in Science Policy Institute (LiSPI), intended to educate computing researchers on how science policy in the U.S. is formulated […]

CRA-I Announces New Council Members!

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The Computing Research Association-Industry Committee (CRA-I) is happy to announce the start of a new group of CRA-I visionary leaders charged with propelling the committee forward. This new Council of individuals will work closely with the Steering Committee to identify future committee directions, connect with the community, and achieve the goals of CRA-I.  CRA-I welcomes […]

CRA Senior Communications Specialist Shar Steed is Moving On!

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The following blog was posted on the CRA Bulletin. Shar was instrumental in helping CRA-Industry launch from an idea to a full CRA Committee. We thank her for all her guidance and wish her the best of luck in her new position.  Today marks the last of Shar Steed’s tenure at Computing Research Association (CRA), […]

U.S. Leadership in Software Engineering & AI Engineering: Critical Needs & Priorities Workshop

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Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) Software Engineering Institute (SEI) and the Networking and Information Technology Research and Development (NITRD) Software Productivity, Sustainability, and Quality (SPSQ) Interagency Working Group are partnering for a U.S. Leadership in Software Engineering & AI Engineering: Critical Needs & Priorities workshop, to inform a community strategy for building and maintaining U.S. leadership […]